A bride and groom photographed in Southampton by John Watson Photography

John Watson

Wedding Photographer Southampton

Wedding photographer and videographer based in Southampton, Hampshire

A couple in wedding attire standing in a wheat field at sunset, looking at each other lovingly. Photographed in Southampton by John Watson Photography
A newlywed couple, the bride in a white lace wedding dress and the groom in a dark suit, sharing a romantic moment on a wooden dock by a marina during sunset.
New Place hotel wedding with a bride opening the main gates

Capturing the Quiet Moments and the Grand Celebrations.

Natural, relaxed wedding photography for couples who want to have fun. John Watson photography is ready to capture your wedding day with natural looking photos and videos. It’s truly special to capture the emotions of your day alongside the stunning location.

Professional wedding photography and videography in Southampton & Hampshire. I focus on the real emotions, the laughs, and the ‘unseen’ moments so you can stay present in your day while I make it timeless.

Photos the way you want them

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Hampshire Wedding Photographer.

I believe the best photos happen when you’re having fun and feeling relaxed. My approach is simple, I blend into the background to catch the candid magic, but I’m right there when you need a bit of direction.. I cover Hampshire, Dorset and most of the south coast with prices from £1000.

A bride and groom holding hands during an outdoor wedding ceremony under a wooden arbor decorated with white flowers, sunlight shining through the trees.
A bride and groom walking on a golf course during sunset.

PHOTOGRAPHER

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VIDEOGRAPHER

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Working with John was an

ABSOLUTE DELIGHT.

NIKKI & PETE

RECENT STORIES

FAQs

  • You will receive a link to your private online gallery within 4 to 8 weeks of your wedding day. Wedding films take a little bit longer to perfect, but I promise they are always worth the wait. You can download all your images directly from the gallery to share with your friends and family.

  • It is all very straightforward: to secure your date, I just need a signed digital contract and a 20% retainer. I will send everything over to you electronically so you can sign online. Once that is done, your wedding is officially in my diary and I am all yours.

  • For a full day of coverage, you can typically expect between 400 and 700 beautifully edited images. If you have opted for a half day, it is usually around 150 to 300. I always focus on quality over quantity to ensure every shot truly captures the emotion and story of your day.

  • I certainly do. Booking both together is a wonderful way to ensure a consistent, relaxed style across your entire gallery and film. As a lovely bonus, you will receive a 10% discount on each package when you book them as a pair.

  • Because of copyright restrictions, I’ll select your wedding songs for you, but I’ll make sure to find the perfect track that suits you both beautifully.

  • I obtained my successful qualification of Licentiate of the Society of Wedding and Portrait. It means that your wedding photos and videos will be taken by a professional who has trained to a high standard. I'm fully insured and have been photographing weddings for over 10 years.

  • I am based in Southampton, and I regularly capture weddings across Hampshire, Dorset, and the rest of the South Coast. I am always happy to travel further afield to tell your story, though a small travel fee may apply depending on the location.

  • Yes, absolutely. Every package includes personal print rights, so you are free to make as many copies as you like. If you are looking for professional, colour corrected prints, you can also order those directly through your online gallery.

Friendly and Professional

Wedding photographer for Hampshire and Dorset

Your wedding day is a collection of once-in-a-lifetime moments that deserve to be preserved exactly as they felt. After months of careful planning, you should be free to get lost in the celebration, not worrying about the camera. You’ve put months of heart into planning the perfect day, when it finally arrives, you deserve to enjoy every second of it. I’m here to make sure you do.

As a Hampshire-based photographer, my goal is to be a calm, reassuring presence by your side. I specialize in making ‘camera-shy’ couples feel completely at ease, allowing me to capture the genuine laughter and quiet glances that define your relationship. Whether you’re celebrating at the Southampton Harbour Hotel, Bartley Lodge, or Skylark, I’ll ensure the magic of your day lives on in a gallery you’ll cherish forever.